The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has emphasized the need for political stability and strong unity among the people of Sabah, in order to ensure progress in the state. The King stated that without these factors, it would be difficult for Sabah to achieve development. During the ‘Kembara Kenali Borneo’ expedition, the King listened to the voices of the people of Sabah and took note of their concerns and progress. He instructed Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah to document the experience.
His Majesty also mentioned that he will voice his views on the roads, water supply, electricity, and other observations in Sabah when he meets with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Queen was also present at the Sabah State Government Banquet, along with other important attendees including the Yang Dipertua Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, and Sabah State Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim Haji M Yahya.
The King also urged the relevant parties to address the issue of a bridge in the Sungai Liwagu area, which has been “split in two”, making it difficult for villagers to cross. He personally inspected the development of the Pan Borneo Highway, which aims to provide better connectivity to Sabahans and open up opportunities for high-impact infrastructure projects.
Al-Sultan Abdullah expressed his gratitude for the hospitality and friendliness he encountered during the expedition. He shared moments of joy and humor, recounting how people referred to him as ‘Pakcik Agong’, ‘Abang Agong’, and even called the Queen ‘Datin Permaisuri’. The King was moved by the warmth of the people of Sabah and assured them that they will always hold a special place in his heart.
Currently, the King and Queen are on the ‘Kembali Kenali Borneo’ expedition, traveling a total of 2,154 km from Tawau, Sabah to Telok Melano, Sarawak through the Pan Borneo Highway. The expedition aims to explore and connect the regions of Sabah, Sarawak, and Brunei.
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